* A storm system will bring widespread rains and warmer temperatures tonight and Wednesday. One to three inches of rain is possible through the watch period. This rain coupled with snow melt could cause flooding of streams... creeks... and rivers throughout the region.

* Small stream and creek flooding will be possible Tuesday night through Wednesday... with minor to moderate flooding along larger rivers possible Wednesday through Thursday.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based oncurrent forecasts.

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possibleflood warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should beprepared to take action should flooding develop.